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Inspiring gardens to see this summer in Manitoba
Self-guided and private tours invite you to explore floral displays and edible landscapes
The first garden tour of the season starts on Saturday, June 20. Celebrating its 27th season, the Urban Retreats Garden Tour will feature 12 gardens in the Norwood area of Winnipeg, each showcasing its own unique landscape and character, . . .
Posted: 2026-06-13
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Rigidity beneath your feet
Unique shower-base job required a unique solution
Creating a bathroom walk-in shower in a basement with a concrete floor can be challenging, primarily because the existing layout of the rough plumbing (provided there even is rough plumbing) is pre-established within the concrete. Moving services (or introducing them) . . .
Posted: 2026-06-13
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A perfect combo
Dream home at Taylor Farm offers luxury, convenience
When building a show home, builders need to walk a fine line. On one hand, they want to impress prospective home buyers with their handiwork. On the other, they don’t want to work too hard to achieve that goal. Consequently, it’s . . .
Posted: 2026-06-13
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Sky-high abouve downtown
21st floor apartment-style condo offers fantastic city views
When most people think of their ideal lifestyle, they usually visualize living just far enough outside the city to enjoy country comfort, but not so far out that convenience is compromised. However, some folks think a little differently. To them, living . . .
Posted: 2026-06-13
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Blowing in the wind
Prairie gardeners offer tips and advice on planting to withstand windy conditions
What do gardeners talk about more than plants? The weather. “When is it going to rain? When is it going to stop raining? When is it going to warm up? How long is the heat wave going to last?” A huge . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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Aqua-wall creates unique environment
Basement renos necessitate moving aquariums
On occasion, a renovation project presents an interesting twist on an existing concept. During a recent basement gut and remodel, the main rec room would include a feature wall unlike anything I’ve created in the past. Although several Reno . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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No-fee condos offer plenty
The Aqua Townhomes a fine option for first-time, move-up buyers
This is a challenging time for buyers looking for a starter or move-up home. Two factors are making it incredibly difficult for first time buyers or young families to find an affordable home. First, there’s the local real estate market, where . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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Historic Crescentwood classic
Kingsway residence offers seamless combination of old and modern design themes
Walk down any street, on any given day, and most homes you pass will simply blend into the landscape. Then there’s that one home that captures your attention. A stately 3, 523 sq. ft. two-and-a-half storey house nestled neatly on a . . .
Posted: 2026-06-06
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From drab to fab
Laundry room facelift makes things lighter, brighter
An untidy, dingy or even dirty laundry area is an oxymoron — an insult to cleanliness. An uninviting laundry room can also lead to procrastination when chores demand action. During a recent gutting and remodelling of a basement, there were . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30
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Smart planting
Make the most of your garden’s conditions
A garden may look effortlessly beautiful, but as with other facets of life, beauty is often shaped and cultivated. No matter the size of the space you manage — whether it’s a large landscape or a postage-size patch — effort . . .
Posted: 2026-05-30